Clipperz vs KeePassium
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted password managers options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Clipperz
Browser-based open-source encrypted password manager
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KeePassium
KeePass-compatible password manager for iOS and macOS
| Feature | Clipperz | KeePassium |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | Swift |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 64 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | binary |
| GitHub stars | ★ 746 | ★ 1,663 |
| First released | 2006 | 2019 |
| Replaces | 1Password, LastPass | 1Password, LastPass |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Clipperz or KeePassium better?
KeePassium is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Clipperz if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Clipperz and KeePassium free and open-source?
Yes. Clipperz is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and KeePassium under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Clipperz and KeePassium with Docker?
Clipperz: check the project docs for container support. KeePassium: check the project docs for container support.